Sarah entered into a contract with a client for a website design project. After completing the work, the client refused to pay the agreed-upon fee, claiming dissatisfaction with the final design. Sarah was unsure how to proceed and worried about legal costs.
Solution: Sarah subscribed to the Total Cover Package. She connected with a lawyer specializing in contract law through the platform.
After calling Legal Cover, Sarah spoke to an advisor, who spent time understanding the situation.
The advisor was able to connect Sarah from one of our over 70 registered lawyers, who specalises in Contract law.
The lawyer contacted Sarah and asked if she would prefer a face to face meeting at the firms Dubai office or if she would prefer to have a phone consultation. As Sarah was busy, she opted for a phone consultation.
Because of the notes taken from the initial call, with agent the Lawyer was able to have a focused initial meeting, reducing the amount of time taken from Sarah’s subscription.
The lawyer reviewed Sarah's contract, advised her on legal options, and drafted a demand letter to the client outlining the breach of contract and requesting payment.
Result: With the lawyer's guidance and the clear demand letter, the client settled the dispute and paid Sarah the full amount owed. Sarah used only 3 hours of her 12-hour legal advice allowance, saving her significant time and money compared to traditional legal representation.
Consultation with a lawyer: Initial consultation fees 1,000 AED.
Contract review: Lawyers typically charge hourly rates for reviewing contracts, approximately 2,000 AED (depending on complexity).
Follow up Calls 750Dhs
Drafting a demand letter: Lawyer fees for drafting legal documents approximately 1,500 AED per document.
Challenge: Despite repeated attempts to collect payment, Matthew’s client remained unresponsive. Matthew was unsure about the legal process for debt recovery and worried about the time and costs involved.
Solution: Matthew subscribed to Legal Cover AE business plan (9,990 AED yearly). He connected with a lawyer specializing in debt recovery.
The lawyer reviewed the sales agreement and invoices (3 Hours), drafted a formal demand letter for payment (2 Hours), and guided Matthew on the legal options for escalating the issue if necessary.
Result with Legal Cover: The clear and professionally drafted demand letter, prepared by the lawyer within 5 Hours of Matthews Subscription, prompted the client to settle the outstanding debt. Matthew avoided the hassle and potential costs of court proceedings. He used only a small portion of his 12-hour legal advice allowance.
Consultation with a Debt Recovery Lawyer: 1,000 AED.
Review of Documents 45000AED
Drafting a Demand Letter: Legal document drafting fees 3000AED
Total Cost 9800AED Approx
Financial Benefit: By using Legal Cover, Matthew saved significant time and money compared to traditional legal fees associated with debt recovery.
Challenge: Aisha and her spouse were divorcing after a long marriage. Their situation involved a valuable property portfolio, investment accounts, and child custody considerations. Negotiating a fair settlement agreement can be highly complex, especially with substantial assets at stake.
Solution: Aisha subscribed to Legal Cover premium plan designed for complex family law matters. She connected with a lawyer specializing in family law with extensive experience in asset division. The lawyer reviewed Aisha's financial statements, assessed the marital assets, and advised her on her legal rights. The lawyer also initiated communication with her spouse's legal team.
Result with Legal Cover: With the lawyer's guidance and strong negotiation skills, Aisha was able to reach a fair and balanced divorce settlement agreement. The lawyer's expertise in asset valuation and negotiation ensured Aisha received a just outcome within the extended legal advice allowance of the premium plan (e.g., 30 hours).
Consultation with a Family Law Lawyer (specializing in asset division): 2,000 AED (considering specialized field and experience).
Complex family law cases involving asset division can incur significant legal fees. Hourly rates for experienced lawyers can range from 1,750 AED to 2,500 AED. Depending on the negotiation complexity and potential court appearances, costs could escalate rapidly.
Total Estimated Cost without Legal Simplicity: 30,000 AED and upwards (depending on complexity, lawyer experience, and potential litigation).
Financial Benefit: By using Legal Cover and extending the number of hours, Aisha saved a substantial amount compared to traditional hourly billing for a complex family law case. The lawyer's expertise ensured a favorable outcome within the plan's limits.
Challenge: During a night out in Dubai Adam was accused of a crime he did not commit. After being arrested and detailed a Bur Dubai Police Station, Adam called the SOS number on his LegalCover Policy.
Within a few hours, an Emirati Advocate skilled criminal defense lawyer came to the station to help Adam understand and fight the charges.
Solution: Adam subscribed to the Legal Cover Premium plan specifically designed for criminal accusations. He was connected with a criminal defense Advocate with a proven track record who was in the station within a number of hours. The lawyer reviewed the charges against Adam, investigated the case details, and developed a strong defense strategy.
Result with Legal Cover: Because of the swift Legal Action, Adam was allowed to go home that night, rather than being held in custody. The lawyer's meticulous investigation and follow up from Advocate, who submitted a written defense Prosecution service, meant that Adams case was able to be dropped before going to court, and no further action was taken. With the lawyer's aggressive defense, the charges against Adam were dismissed. The legal defense plan covered the lawyer's services within a set fee structure, providing Adam with peace of mind throughout the ordeal.
Consultation with a Criminal Defense Lawyer: 2,500 AED
Criminal defense cases can incur significant costs depending on the severity of the charges and the length of the trial. Hourly rates for experienced criminal defense lawyers can range from 2,000 AED to 3,000 AED, and the total cost could reach tens of thousands of AEDs or more.
Total Estimated Cost without Legal Cover: 50,000 AED.
Financial Benefit: By using Legal Cover legal defense plan, Adam received expert legal representation at a predictable cost. The plan ensured he had access to a skilled lawyer who fought tirelessly to protect his rights and achieve a positive outcome.